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Portobello, Edinburgh's seaside suburb, has a free-spirited atmosphere that's a refreshing contrast to the stuffier corners of the Scottish capital., according to the Sunday Times.

Portobello named as one of Scotland's 'best places to live' Gary Flockhart

Samuel L. Jackson was spotted filming in Bathgate, West Lothian

Hollywood star spotted filming in West Lothian town Ginny Sanderson

Three-year-old Chloe being the 'cheeky, smiley' child she is.

Midlothian girl battles fatal brain damage diagnosis Annabelle Gauntlett

SNP leadership candidate Humza Yousaf says if he wins he wants an early meeting with council leaders to work out a 'new deal' for local government. Picture: Jane Barlow/PA Wire.

Humza Yousaf wants 'new deal' with Scotand's councils Ian Swanson

Portobello Beach, 1961.

In pictures: Portobello down the decades Gary Flockhart

The mystery red box from Virgin will appear at St Giles Cathedral tomorrow.

Mystery red box will give residents the chance to win prizes Kevin Quinn

West End star Gareth Snook steps into the shows of Willy Wonka when Charlie and the Chocolate Factory visits Edinburgh. Photo: Johan Persson

Charlie and the Chocolate Factory comes to town Gary Flockhart

Eòrna: Chef Brian Grigor and sommelier Glen Montgomery announce new Stockbridge restaurant in Edinburgh

New 'sophisticated' restaurant to open with no waiting staff Rachel Mackie

A view of the ship Petrel at Imperial Dock in Leith, Edinburgh, which has become dislodged from its holding and is partially toppled over. Photo: Jane Barlow/PA Wire

Major operation after ship tips on side at Leith Docks - what we know so far Rhoda Morrison

Gavin Donaldson and inset Anisha Yaseen outside court in Edinburgh

Police officer who had relationship with victim facing jail Alexander Lawrie

These 13 eerie photos show Edinburgh’s empty streets during the early days of the first lockdown in 2020

13 photos of Edinburgh’s empty streets during first lockdown Gary Flockhart

Edinburgh Festivals See more

Dame Judi Dench. Picture: Dan Kitwood

Edinburgh Festival Fringe: Dame Judi Dench to appear in stage show Brian Ferguson

Crowds throng the Royal Mile during the Edinburgh Festival Fringe (Picture: Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images)

Questions are stacking up for Fringe Society over government-funded HQ Brian Ferguson

The show BullyBully will be part of this year's Edinburgh International Children’s Festival. Picture: Kamerich & Budwilowitz

Children's festival tackles 'childish' world leaders, climate change and gender Brian Ferguson

A crowdfunding campaign is underway to support Devine Tension's new promenade performance show Passion Project.

Culture crowdfunders launched for drag queen, pop-up cinema and railway mural Brian Ferguson

Traffic and Travel See more

The accident happened around 8.40am on Friday.

Bus and car crash in Morningside Ian Swanson

Leith Walk has temporary restrictions while trams works being completed

Leith Walk partial closure fuels frustration Jolene Campbell

The bypass was closed between the Gogar roundabout and Hermiston Gait following a crash.

City bypass closed eastbound after crash Ian Swanson

A driver collided with a set of traffic lights on Leith Walk in Edinburgh on Tuesday night, March 21.

Driver charged after crashing into traffic lights on Leith Walk Anna Bryan

An 18-year-old driver was arrested after she tested positive for cannabis during a police stop in West Lothian.

Driver arrested after police noticed cannabis smell coming from car Anna Bryan

Damage ranges from burst tyres to shattered suspension (NationalWorld/Abode Stock)

2.7 million cars forced off the road by pothole damage Matt Allan

Crime See more

Edinburgh history: Jessie King was the last woman hanged in the Capital after being caught killing babies for money

The last woman hanged in Edinburgh was found guilty of a horrific crime Rachel Mackie

Mr Walters took a photo of the driver who appears to smile as he's caught breaching no-left turn

Fury as Police Officer breaches no left-turn Leith junction Jolene Campbell

Most famous for his detective, Sherlock Holmes, this legendary author was born on Picardy Place. A statue of Holmes usually marks the spot, though is temporarily in storage due to roadworks.

The story and cases of Edinburgh's Victorian detective Rachel Mackie

Henry White was found dead at an address in Oakley, Fife

Tributes to 'deeply loved' man after death Ginny Sanderson

Edinburgh crime: Woman arrested after £3,000 worth of drugs found in Leith raid

Woman arrested after £3,000 worth of drugs found in Leith raid Rachel Mackie

A police chase took place in Edinburgh Road near Bathgate

Police chase on major road sees man charged with road and drug offences Rhoda Morrison

A ship is currently leaning towards the docks at a worrying angle in Leith, Edinburgh. (Photo credit: @Tomafc83 on Twitter)

Emergency services attend major incident at Leith Docks Anna Bryan

Man arrested and charged with attempted murder after serious assault on Dykes Road in Penicuik.

Man charged with attempted murder after serious assault Anna Bryan

Weather See more

Edinburgh weather: The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for snow for the Lothians.

More snow forecast as Met Office issues yellow weather warning Anna Bryan

Edinburgh weather: Rain is forecast to fall in the Capital for the next two weeks, according to BBC weather.

Rain forecast to fall for the next 12 days Anna Bryan

Edinburgh weather: Flood warnings in force for Edinburgh and the Lothians as more extreme weather hits

Flood warnings in force for Edinburgh and the Lothians Rachel Mackie

Heavy rain is expected in the Capital for most of Monday. Photo by Lisa Ferguson.

Weather warning ahead of cold and wet start to the week Kevin Quinn

Business See more

Evening News reporter Jolene Campbell chose this Leith cafe down by the shore as her favourite cafe in Edinburgh. She said: "The best meze, reasonably priced doubler morning rolls, baklava to die for. The drinks are great too from Colombian coffee to Turkish apple tea. Can't beat sitting out on sunny day looking over the Shore."

The best cafes in the city according to us - in pictures Kevin Quinn

Sir Richard Branson and piper Louise Marshall mark the opening of the new Virgin Hotels Edinburgh development in the Old Town. Picture: Euan Cherry/PA Wire

Richard Branson urges Edinburgh to build more hotels to keep city centre ‘alive’ Brian Ferguson

Pub giant JD Wetherspoon runs some 840 pubs across the UK and Ireland, including Dunfermline’s Guildhall & Linen Exchange. Picture: Scott Reid

Wetherspoon cheers return to profit as chairman eyes easing of inflation Scott Reid

Ash Bairstow, operations director at Herringbone, said the latest venue, in the Abbeyhill area of Edinburgh, would be a 'great asset to the local community'.

New bar and restaurant in shadow of Edinburgh’s Calton Hill to take on 20 staff Scott Reid

Politics See more

The energy of independence marches may have given people the wrong idea about how boring being in a political party can be (Picture: Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images)

SNP's 30,000 missing members? I think I know why they left – Vladimir McTavish Vladimir McTavish

SNP leadership candidate Kate Forbes taking part in a SNP leadership debate, at the University of Strathclyde in Glasgow.

Forbes says Scotland football fans ‘get raw deal’ Ian Swanson

Boris Johnson raises a glass at a 'party' in 10 Downing Street during the Covid lockdown (Picture: Handout/UK Government via Getty Images)

Boris's Commons leaving-do is hopefully being planned in secret – Susan Morrison Susan Morrison

Education See more

The former Saughton Prison governor's house, off Calder Road.

Locals object to Muslim primary school at prison Kevin Quinn

The former prison governor's house at Saughton Prison (HMP Edinburgh).

Plans to build Muslim primary school in former prison governor's house Kevin Quinn

Concerned parents with Craig Hoy MSP and Cheryl Brown from Midlothian Sure Start.

Petition launched to save 'crucial' early leaning centres in Midlothian By The Newsroom

Teachers on the picket line at Royal Mile Primary School.

Passing drivers support for striking teachers Ian Swanson

Health See more

Finlay Wilson, the Kilted Yogi

Yoga Scotland: top teachers share their favourite poses and practice tips Gaby Soutar

Scotland's streets were eerily quiet in the wake of the Prime Minister's coronavirus lockdown.

29 photos of Scotland's empty streets from the start of lockdown Joshua King

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak was discussing Stoneyburn manager Steven Sharp's condition.

Rishi Sunak to meet Stoneyburn FC manager Barry Anderson

Opinion See more

Even newer additions to Edinburgh's skyline seem pretty as a picture when you've been away for a while (Picture: Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images)

How I became a tourist in my own city and marvelled at its splendour Vladimir McTavish

Red deer stags lock antlers to determine which one gets to use the oven next (Picture: Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images)

When these two top cooks go to war it's like stags in heat – Susan Morrison Susan Morrison

Embracing musical variety (photo: Adobe)

Vinyl overtakes CD in music market sales - Kevin Buckle Kevin Buckle

Sue Webber is a Scottish Conservative MSP for the Lothians

Under-funding further education harms economy - Sue Webber Sue Webber

People See more

Edinburgh weather: Here is what the weather is going to be like day by day this week

Here is what the weather is going to be like day by day this week Rachel Mackie

Bartosz Skupien: Concerns raised after Edinburgh teenager reported missing

An Edinburgh teenager has been reported missing Rachel Mackie

Salmon Pic: Susie Lowe

Recipes: Gary Maclean's seafood dishes Gaby Soutar

Read This See more

Finland to teach Brits how to be happy on all-expenses paid trip to luxury Finnish resort

Finland to teach Brits how to be happy on free luxury trip - apply now Chelsie Sewell

A replacement has been drafted in to take Phillip Schofield’s place on ITV’s This Morning

Phillip Schofield to be replaced on ITV’s This Morning Chelsie Sewell

Michelangelo’s David statue

Breaking Art lesson featuring Michelangelo’s David statue dubbed 'pornographic' Charlotte Hawes

Gwyneth Paltrow took to the stand on March 24

Gwyneth Paltrow ski crash trial: Why actress is being sued & testimony Charlotte Hawes